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Theatre: The critical list

Mack & Mabel Jerry Herman’s 1974 musical about Mack Sennett, of Keystone Cops fame, and his comedienne lover, Mabel Normand, crackles with high spirits. The actors play their own instruments, creating an intimate company feel. JP Criterion, W1

The CrucibleDominic Cooke’s RSC production has a towering performance by Iain Glen as Arthur Miller’s doomed hero. The historical setting is a witch-hunt in 17th-century Massachusetts. Unmissable. JPGielgud, W1

One Flew over the Cuckoo’s NestChristian Slater’s snarky star turn as RP McMurphy, the rebel who remains anarchic and iconic, has got better since he first acted the role two years ago. Alex Kingston is his new co-star. MWGarrick, WC